A horizontal CT system dedicated to heavy-ion beam treatment.

Kamada, T; Tsujii, H; Mizoe, J E; Matsuoka, Y; Tsuji, H; Osaka, Y; Minohara, S; Miyahara, N et al. · Radiother Oncol · 1999

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Abstract

A horizontal helical CT system to be used for 3-D treatment planning and for positioning verification of patients in seated position was installed in the treatment room with a fixed horizontal heavy-ion beam line. The system achieved the expected mechanical consistency and reliability.

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